Stephen Hill - University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI

Professor: Stephen Hill

Department: Political Science

College: University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire, Eau Claire, WI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Essay exams and very few items count toward your grade. Harsh grader on essays. Material is 100 level but tests are 400 level. He lectures from the book so it's easy to skip or not pay attention, but he does make lecture interesting! Overall not a bad choice and he's a great guy, I just didn't like the grading system.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Hill is an incredibly smart person who really wants his students to be invested in what he's teaching. He relates everything to current issues which keeps the class engaged and interested. He really just wants you to understand and connect with the concepts. Pay attention and participate in lectures, and you'll do fine.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: POLS335
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Best, most caring professor I've had the privilege of taking at UWEC. The classes of his I've taken have either 2 or 3 tests, and a 5-10 page paper at the end. If you want to learn how to stop the Peloponnesian War, take one of his classes. I will miss this man.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: POLS332
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Hill is very knowledgeable about international conflict and it shows during his lectures. The material may be a bit dry, but he does a great job explaining conflicts and does a good job keeping students engaged and answering questions. 2 tests, a group presentation, and a 7 page paper make the course load relatively low for this class.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: POLS330
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He is clearly knowledgeable but his lectures are really clear and easy to understand. I liked him and the class a lot and I really did learn a lot from it. There are only 2 tests and a paper so it's important to pay attention and take good notes.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: POLS335
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Hill gives great feedback and creates a good discussion. Ready to work with you and makes international classes better. Best professor in the polysci department hands down

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: POLS332
• Grade Received: B
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Hill is an amazing professor and makes this class interesting. I've taken him 3 times and best professor in the Pollack department hands down. Worked with me through over a month long illness so I could keep up to date.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: A-
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Hill is by far one of my favorite at UWEC. His class was fun (granted I am a political science major). There were plenty of people who weren't Poli Sci majors and enjoyed the class. Few tests, 3 tests (including final), some outside of class events ( 2 required). Textbook is written by him but it is SUPER easy and clear to read. TAKE!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: POLS332
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I have taken three classes with Dr. Hill. He is one of the most caring and knowledgeable professors out there. He has a passion for politics, but more importantly he has a passion for student learning. He is very unbiased. You will learn a lot from him!

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: POL122
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Hill's lecture style either works for you, or it doesn't. He is very passionate and knowledgeable about politics, however his lectures can be quite unorganized and tangential. If you don't feel like paying attention, he lectures from the book. No homework, grade is based solely on tests one quizzes, out of class assignments, and attendance.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: C-
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

I did not enjoy this class. If you aren't interested in World Politics do not take this class. Exams are hard and his study guides aren't clear. I do not recommend for an easy A.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: 122
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Great guy, funny, but class was long and pretty boring. It is a simple 100 level class that is easy to pass with little effort. Mandatory two books but I passed with a B+ without even getting one of them. You do have to do an outside event but that was easy. Show up and take notes and there's no reason to get less than a C.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: 330
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Hill is a great professor and really knows what he is talking about. Only four things graded the whole semester. 2 tests, 1 research paper, participationattendance. Can be a tough grader on exams if you don't use the correct terminology.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: 122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Hill is by far my favorite professor at UWEC. If you come to class and do the assigned readings the exams are a breeze. Super helpful, and quick to answer any questions. I'd recommend him to anyone.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Hill is a great person, but incredibly unorganized. Gets off on tangents very easily and doesn't stick to the syllabus at all. It's obvious he knows what he's talking about from his lectures, but they too are a bit unorganized. Tests are difficult, mostly essay, but he's a good resource. Ask him questions and participate in discussions!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: POLS335
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Dr. Hill is the man. He is extremely knowledgeable and a great professor. I've taken 4 classes with him. The readings are not necessary, but will help significantly. To do well, take good notes and ASK QUESTIONS. He will make you think.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Hill is very helpful if you ask for it. He uses a textbook that he wrote so it's necessary that you read it. I skimmed it but had enough background in politics to make it out alive. The textbook isn't a tough read.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Do not take this class unless you are actually interested in it. He is a very hard person to listen to...he lectures for all 50 minutes every day. Don't expect to get an A if you don't want to read the book. He wrote the textbook, so he expects you to read it.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Really nice guy and definitely knows what he is talking about! Don't take him if you want an easy A. Willing to help if you have questions.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: POLS122
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Really nice guy and definitely knows what he's talking about. Don't take this professor if you want an easy A. Reading the textbook is a must!